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Kia Telluride tow hitch wiring can start a fire

NHTSA campaign 22V626000 · Reported 2022-08-15 · Kia America, Inc.

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Serious — a fire can start while parked or driving and could injure someone, so park outside and away from buildings until the free repair is done; the notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

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What's wrong, in plain English

This affects Tellurides that came with a Kia 4-pin tow hitch wiring kit, or had one added at a Kia dealer. Dirt and water can build up on the small circuit board inside that wiring, which lets the electricity short out. That short can start a fire, and it can happen whether you are driving or the vehicle is parked. The dealer adds a new fuse and a wiring extension, and replaces the hitch wiring itself if needed.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm your Telluride is covered.
2. Park it outside, away from your home, garage, and other structures, until the work is done.
3. Call your Kia dealer or Kia at 1-800-333-4542 (recall SC247) to schedule the free repair.

Affected vehicles (3)

Who to contact

Kia — official Kia recall lookup

Customer service: 1-800-333-4542

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Official notice

Component
TRAILER HITCHES
Summary
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Telluride vehicles potentially equipped with a Genuine Kia 4-pin tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.
Safety risk
A fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a new fuse and a wiring harness extension. Dealers will also inspect and replace the tow hitch harness assembly, as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 12, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC247.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.